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March 2025 Forecast of Business Opportunity Engagements

The Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) plays a crucial role in ensuring that programs, services, and support resources effectively reach and benefit the Veteran small business community. Through Direct Access Engagement, opportunities are provided for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), and other small business classifications to establish valuable partnerships and enhance their networking capabilities.


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Office of Construction & Facilities Management (CFM) Virtual Industry Day 

The Office of Construction & Facilities Management (CFM) is responsible for the planning, design, and construction of all major construction projects greater than $20 million.   In addition, CFM acquires real property for use by VA elements through the purchase of land and buildings, as well as long-term lease acquisitions.  Through the construction and real property programs, CFM delivers to Veterans, high quality buildings, additions, large scale renovations, and structural enhancements.  CFM also manages facility sustainability, seismic corrections, physical security, and historic preservation of VA’s facilities.



Dun & Bradstreet Public Sector | 2-Part Virtual Series   

For almost 200 years, Dun & Bradstreet has helped clients and partners grow and thrive through the power of our data, analytics, and data-driven solutions. Over 6,000 employees around the world are dedicated to this unique purpose, and we are guided by important values that make us the established leader in business decisioning data and analytical insights. Our data & insights are valuable at all phases of a business lifecycle and whatever the economic environment.  Dun & Bradstreet Public Sector provides our data & insights to clients across the Federal Government, from our U.S. armed forces to civilian agencies as well as state and local organizations.


 


  • Engage with Procurement Decision Makers (PDMs) and representatives from the Federal and Commercial Market to build business relationships.
  • Learn about industry-specific trends, developments, and procurement opportunities to help support business growth.
  • Network with other businesses to identify and discuss possible subcontracting and teaming opportunities.


     Please take note of the following schedule and planning details:   


Event registration usually opens 4-6 weeks before the event date.

Part 2 of an event series (one-on-one sessions) typically takes place 4-6 weeks after Part 1.

Event dates are to be determined and may be subject to change.


Check back regularly for added opportunities,  open registration dates and event information.

For more information, please contact the Direct Access Program

 directaccess@va.gov or 202 461 4694.



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Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (eastern)
+1 202-461-4694
DirectAccess@va.gov
Please note: Content on this Web page is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide legal advice or to be a comprehensive statement or analysis of application statures, regulations, and case law governing this topic. Rather, it's a plain language summary. If you are seeking claims assistance, your local VA regional office, a VA-recognized Veterans Service Organization, or a VA-accredited attorney or agent can help.